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Zarlengo Italian Ice Recalls Chocolate Chocolate Chip Gelato Over Soy Lecithin Ingredient Mismatch (

Zarlengo Italian Ice recalls 1,333 units of Chocolate Chocolate Chip Gelato distributed in Illinois, Indiana and Texas after discovering a mismatch between ingredients and contains statements. Soy lecithin appears in the ingredients list but is not referenced in the contains statement. The recall is Class II with high hazard potential. Consumers should not consume the product and should seek a退款或替

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
March 26, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Zarlengo Italian Ice
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
2 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, INFANTS

Hazard Information

Soy Lecithin listed in ingredients statement, but Soy is not mentioned in the contains statement.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Zarlengo Italian Ice for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

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About This Product

Gelato in consumer sizes including cups and buckets. Used as a dessert or snack. Packaged for retail sale.

Why This Is Dangerous

Ingredient-contains mismatch may trigger allergen risk for soy-sensitive individuals, potentially causing allergic reactions.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Consumers must avoid consumption; refunds or replacements offered by the company; no injuries reported yet.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check the packaging sizes listed in the recall notice.
  2. Look for lot codes: 6 oz cups 03026, 00226, 05426, 05726; 16 oz/32 oz 33825; 1 gallon 03026.
  3. Compare with product label to verify ingredients vs contains statement.

Where to find product info

Recall page on FDA enforcement site and company notice.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements are typically processed after verification; no exact window provided.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all communications with the company.
  • File a complaint with FDA/CFIA if applicable.
  • Consider seeking legal advice if no resolution after a reasonable period.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Always verify allergen statements on packaging.
  • Choose products with complete and consistent ingredient and contains statements.
  • Contact manufacturers for any discrepancies before purchase.

Documentation advice

Keep product, packaging, batch/lot codes, receipts, and all correspondence.

Product Details

Brand: Zarlengo Italian Ice. Product: Chocolate Chocolate Chip Gelato. Package sizes: 6 fl oz cups, 16 fl oz cups, 32 fl oz cups, 1-gallon bucket/pail, 2-gallon bucket/pail. Net weights: 6 fl oz cups. Packaging materials vary by size. Distribution: Illinois, Indiana, Texas. Recall date: 2026-03-26. Report date: 2026-04-15. Quantity recalled: 1,333 total units. Lot codes observed: 6 fl oz cups — 03026, 00226, 05426, 05726; 16 fl oz and 32 fl oz — 33825; 1 gallon — 03026.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 1,333 total units recalled
  • Soy lecithin listed in ingredients but not in contains statement
  • Multi-size packaging: 6 oz, 16 oz, 32 oz, 1 gal, 2 gal
  • Distributed in IL, IN, TX
  • Recall date 2026-03-26
  • No reported injuries or incidents
View Original Recall on FDA - Food Safety

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTINFANTSCHILDRENELDERLY
Injury Types
POISONINGELECTRICALLACERATIONBURNSUFFOCATIONOTHER

Product Classification

Product TypeGelato
Sold At
Unknown

Product Details

Model Numbers
Lot Codes: 6 fl oz cups--- 03026
00226
05426
05726 16 fl oz (or pint) -- 33825 32 fl oz-- 33825 1 gallon-- 03026
Affected States
IL, TX
Report Date
April 15, 2026
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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